As the global economy becomes increasingly diversified and emerging Asian markets continue to expand rapidly, India has established itself as one of the most dynamic and promising markets in the world. With its young and growing population, accelerated digital transformation, pro-industry government policies and open stance toward foreign direct investment, India has positioned itself as the next major frontier for growth. Companies in turn are showing stronger interest in entering and investing in the Indian market, particularly as strategic cooperation between Korea and India gains momentum across sectors and at the government level in areas such as manufacturing, information and communications technology (ICT), electric vehicles & batteries, and healthcare.

In light of these developments, entering and establishing a business within the Indian market has become more than a simple overseas venture — it has become a strategic priority for businesses and investors. While securing market share, procuring rights on local technology, and development of local partnerships are some of the key factors in successfully building a presence in India, the Indian market presents a complex legal and regulatory landscape in achieving these goals. These challenges are further compounded by long-established local market practices, such as constrained timelines to conduct due diligence, limited information disclosure, and multi-layered ultimate stakeholder interests, all of which contribute to early risk identification and proactive strategy development as being especially critical in a successful venture into the Indian market. Thus, the success of an investment in India hinges heavily on the quality of legal expertise and practical capabilities supported by a well-established local network.

Lee & Ko's dedicated India Desk provides a one-stop legal services solution that is specifically tailored to our clients’ needs in entering the Indian market. Our India Desk is staffed by attorneys with years of hands-on experience and established track record in M&A, finance, and litigation. Working in close collaboration with leading local law firms in India, our India Desk delivers timely and accurate legal advice at every stage of an investment into India — from due diligence and contract negotiation/execution to obtaining regulatory approvals, and resolving disputes.

Lee & Ko’s India Desk aims to provide services beyond simple legal advice and is committed to serving as a true strategic partner that is deeply attuned to each client's businesses and objectives as well as the regulatory and commercial realities of India. Lee & Ko will stand alongside our clients as a trusted partner in pursuing success in India.

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D's acquisition of an automotive parts company in India
D's joint venture agreement and corporate establishment in India
D's establishment of a joint venture in India
C's acquisition of equity interest in a logistics company in India
E's joint venture agreement and joint venture establishment in India
D's joint venture agreement and joint venture establishment in India
Advisory services in connection with a technology partnership transaction with Company B in India
Tax and foreign exchange advice in connection with brokerage of listed shares in India
Advisory services in connection with E's distribution agreement in India